Drive 480km west of Panama City, Panama and the urban metropolis quickly yields way to a seemingly endless supply of rolling mountains and verdant jungle, eventually leading to an oasis named Boquete. Here are the top 3 hikes when visiting Boquete, Panama!
Panama Viejo was the first European city built along the Pacific Ocean in the Americas and was established in 1519 by Pedro Arias Davila. Its prime location quickly created a trading metropolis, but that led to attacks from pirates that ultimately destroyed the city. Today, Panama Viejo as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here's everything you need to know!
As I combed through the research prior to our trip to Panama, I came across a picture of a swimming hole that blew me away. The moment I saw it, I knew we needed to experience it. There was only one problem: nothing I read would tell us where it was located…
The very first thing I did the morning after arriving in Panama City was catch an Uber and climb this hill. I think there’s a lot of value in learning about a new place by looking at it from a different perspective. It’s like watching a city pump blood through its veins and Cerro Ancon is the best vantage point you’ll find in this sprawling metropolis.
From ominous cloud forests to the world’s best coffee bean, the Panamanian town of Boquete has something to offer for everyone. Here are 5 of the top things to do in Boquete, Panama!
So you’ve booked your tickets to Panama City and decided to opt for short stopover before continuing on elsewhere. No worries, that’s what I did, too. It was a bit overwhelming at first to plan as much as possible in such a limited amount of time, but this guide is here to help you collect your thoughts and point you in the right direction!
I can already see the eyes rolling around your head. “I know how to use Google, I know how to drive, I’m confident I can rent a car.” Well, that’s probably all true. Who am I to judge your driving? But renting a car in Panama isn’t as cut and dry as in other countries…
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Traveling hasn’t always been in my DNA, but now I’ll never let it go. Here’s how I caught the travel bug and why, no matter what, I’ll continue to get out and explore the world.
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The best thing about moving abroad: unsubscribing from so many emails.
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From ominous cloud forests and lush jungle vegetation to the world’s best coffee bean, Boquete is a magical place nestled within the Chiriquí Highlands of Panama that an adventurer’s dream. Here’s a 3-day itinerary to help you plan your next trip!